Celebrating the makers of 2024

The deans of CCA’s four academic divisions selected students whose submissions to the 2024 Showcase demonstrate excellence in theory and practice.

A special note of congratulations from the deans

Commencement is a significant milestone of personal and academic achievement. The next generation of CCA-educated artists, architects, curators, designers, strategists, filmmakers, and writers has emerged. We’re honored to share the work of these exceptional graduates through the Class of 2024 Showcase.

These creative individuals have produced research, projects, and works of art, design, architecture, and writing that are original, compelling, and ambitious. Their many accomplishments attest to their tenacity and passion as well as their capacity to ask hard questions and to boldly envision futures that are inclusive and sustainable.

Now more than ever, we value these graduates for their critical imagination for they are central to shaping culture during these rapidly changing times. We’re eager to see where they journey post-graduation and how they will transform the world and our experience of it through their voices, craft, and vision.

We applaud you. Congratulations, Class of 2024!

— Dean of Architecture Keith Krumwiede, Dean of Design Helen Maria Nugent, Dean of Fine Arts Sunny A. Smith, and Dean of Humanities & Sciences Jacqueline Francis

Architecture

We envision architecture that can change the world for the better, by combining innovation in our fields with social and environmental impact. Our work addresses critical global issues—including climate change, resource scarcity, and housing inequity—through deep research, theoretical speculation, and design action.

Fine Arts

We are truth-seekers, culture workers, storytellers, and activists. With curiosity, honesty, and self-reflection, we boldly confront reality, using our creativity to craft a repository of collective memory and to ignite others to envision the future differently.